Shopify Delivery Date Picker FAQs
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Everything merchants ask about Flare's delivery calendar, shipping controls, integrations, and pricing — all in one place.
No—Flare works on all Shopify plans. Plus is only needed to place the date picker in checkout via Checkout Extensibility. Product and cart placement work on all plans.
Install from the Shopify App Store in minutes, connect your store, and choose where to display the calendar (product, cart, or checkout on Plus).
No—Flare is no-code. Set rules by product, ZIP/postcode, or shipping method without writing code.
Most stores go live within an hour after configuring lead times, cutoffs, and blackout dates. Our team helps with complex setups.
Yes. Flare supports migration from Zapiet, Pickeasy, Stellar, and other delivery date apps. We help you recreate your existing rules in Flare during setup. Your delivery logic transfers over so customers see no disruption when you switch.
No. Flare is optimized for performance with sub-100ms load times. The delivery calendar renders instantly at checkout with no page lag. 700+ merchants use Flare with no performance impact, even on high-traffic sites.
Yes. Flare works with all Shopify themes including custom themes. The app integrates via native checkout extensions and app blocks that automatically match your theme styling. No code changes required.
Yes—block specific dates or recurring days. You can also set product- or zone-specific blackouts so customers only see valid options.
Yes—set daily cutoffs and different lead times per product so customers only choose dates your team can support.
Yes—assign rules by product/category such as frozen vs. fresh, large vs. small, or custom builds so carts show only valid dates.
Yes—customise rules by shipping method, ZIP/postcode, or region. Rural areas can have different windows or cutoffs than urban.
Yes—add surcharges for premium windows like Saturday or next-day delivery, applied by product, ZIP, or method.
Yes—use Flare with Skio or Recharge. Apply delivery rules to recurring orders via tags or automation flows.
Flare handles complex logic by product, zone, ZIP, and method without custom code, integrates with Plus checkout, 3PLs, and subscriptions, and reduces failed deliveries and WISMO.
Yes. Assign unique lead times per product, collection, or tag. Made-to-order furniture shows 6 weeks while in-stock items show next day. Flare calculates delivery dates automatically based on each product's lead time.
Yes. Block individual ZIP codes, ZIP code ranges, or entire regions from checkout. Customers in blocked areas see a message explaining delivery isn't available to their location with alternative options like pickup if enabled.
Yes. Customers choose pickup or delivery at checkout, and Flare shows available dates for their selected method. Pickup shows immediate availability while delivery shows dates based on ZIP code and shipping method.
Set maximum orders per day, per delivery date, or per time slot. When capacity is reached, that date becomes unavailable automatically. Flare prevents overbooking so you never accept more orders than you can fulfill.
Yes. Flare lets you create show/hide logic by shipping method, product, or zip code in the settings — no code required. For example, show the date picker only when a customer selects local delivery, or hide it for digital products.
Yes. Flare's cart page integration displays shipping methods and available dates together — just like checkout — without needing Shopify Plus. Customers choose a shipping method and see only valid delivery dates for that method. The selection feeds through to checkout, preventing customers from choosing unavailable dates or mismatched shipping methods. This eliminates the need to contact customers after purchase to correct their expected date or shipping charge.
Yes. Add surcharges for premium delivery windows — like Saturday delivery or next-day — applied by product, zip code, or shipping method. Standard days show standard rates; premium days show premium rates automatically.
Yes—Flare integrates with Shopify Plus checkout via Checkout Extensibility so the date picker can appear at shipping or payment. Non-Plus stores can place it on product or cart.
Yes—show or restrict delivery dates by method, region, or postcode (e.g., same-day in select postcodes and 2–3 days elsewhere).
Yes—chosen delivery or ship dates are written to Shopify order attributes and sync into tools like ShipStation or Shopify Flow for accurate dispatch.
Yes—orders can be auto-tagged by delivery/ship date and passed to common 3PL tools and carriers to reduce manual edits.
Yes. Flare has native API integration with Recharge and Skio for full delivery date control on subscription orders. Recurring orders follow the same delivery rules as one-time purchases. Works with Appstle, Recurpay, and other subscription apps too.
Yes. Flare writes delivery date, ship date, delivery zone, and shipping method to every order as tags, attributes, and metafields. Use these in Shopify Flow for automated workflows, or filter orders by delivery date in your admin.
Yes. Flare works with Shopify Plus native checkout, Checkout Extensibility, and custom checkout implementations. For custom checkouts outside Shopify's framework, contact us to confirm compatibility for your specific setup.
Flare is built around reliability and accuracy — rules run automatically without manual overrides, and the date logic handles zip codes, shipping methods, and product lead times without custom code. Zapiet is flexible but requires more configuration and ongoing maintenance. Flare also works across product page, cart, and checkout (Plus) in a single app. See our full comparison at /compare/flare-vs-zapiet.
Flare calculates shipping rates automatically based on ZIP code, product weight, dimensions, order value, and shipping method. You set rules once (like free shipping over $100 or $15 flat rate for local zones), and rates update at checkout with no manual work. Rates integrate with delivery dates so customers see accurate shipping costs when they select their delivery date.
Yes. Flare connects to your FedEx and UPS accounts for real-time rate calculation based on origin, destination, package specs, and shipping method. Customers see live carrier rates at checkout. Custom rate tables are also supported for other carriers or manual rate rules.
Yes. Set different rates by ZIP code zone, individual ZIP codes, product type, product weight, order value, or shipping method. For example: free shipping over $100, $15 flat rate for local delivery, $8.99 standard shipping, or product-specific rates for heavy items.
When customers select a delivery date, Flare automatically shows the matching shipping rate. Choose express delivery for tomorrow and see express rates. Choose standard delivery for next week and see standard rates. Dates and rates work together seamlessly with no manual adjustments.
Yes. Set free shipping thresholds by cart value (free over $100), product category, shipping method, or customer location. Thresholds calculate automatically at checkout. You can also set discounted shipping tiers like $5 shipping over $50, free over $100.
Yes. Flare displays estimated delivery dates on product pages so customers see arrival timing before adding to cart. Customers enter their ZIP code and see a date like 'Arrives in 3–5 days' immediately. No account required, instant calculation.
Customers enter their ZIP code on the product page and Flare calculates the delivery date using your rules: product lead time, customer location, shipping method, cutoff times, and holidays. The estimate uses the same rules as your checkout calendar for accuracy.
Very accurate. Product page estimates use identical rules to your checkout calendar. The dates shown on the product page will appear as available in the checkout calendar. No conflicts or confusion between product page and checkout.
No. Customers just enter their ZIP code on the product page to see estimated delivery dates. No login, no account creation, no checkout required. Instant calculation with no friction.
Yes. Flare handles long lead times (2–8 weeks), large item scheduling, delivery zone restrictions, and ZIP code-specific rules perfect for furniture. Block specific delivery dates, set product-specific lead times, and integrate with 3PLs for white glove delivery coordination.
Yes. Flare manages short delivery windows, temperature-controlled shipping schedules, cutoff times for same-day or next-day delivery, and blocked dates when you can't ship. Perfect for fresh food, meal kits, and perishable products requiring specific delivery timing.
Yes. Flare integrates natively with Recharge and Skio for automated subscription delivery dates. Recurring orders follow the same delivery rules as one-time orders. Customers can reschedule subscriptions from their account page with only valid dates appearing.
Yes. Set product-specific lead times (custom furniture: 8 weeks, standard items: 2 weeks), and Flare shows accurate delivery dates based on each product's production time. Customers see realistic dates upfront, eliminating 'when will this arrive' questions.
Yes. Flare's delivery rules, lead times, and zone logic work for B2B as well as DTC. Use Shopify's B2B features alongside Flare's delivery calendar to give wholesale buyers the same scheduling control as retail customers.
Flare validates that customers select a delivery date, prevents historical dates, catches invalid ZIP codes outside your service area, and ensures products with different lead times work together. Invalid orders are caught at the point of payment — customers get clear guidance on how to proceed correctly.
Yes. The customer sees a clear message if they haven't selected a delivery date — they choose a date before payment processes. Orders without delivery dates don't reach your team, eliminating the follow-up emails.
Past dates can't be selected — yesterday, last week, any historical date is removed from the calendar. Dates hidden by your rules (holidays, blackout periods) don't appear either. Customers only see dates valid for all products in their cart.
Flare only shows dates that work for all products in the cart. If one product needs 6 weeks and another needs 2 days, only dates 6+ weeks out appear. Products with truly incompatible windows require separate checkouts with automatic blocking and clear messaging.
Flare has four plans. Organised ($39/mo, up to 400 orders) for small teams needing date control and automated tagging. Advanced ($99/mo, up to 1,000 orders) for growing brands needing lead times, cutoffs, and Plus checkout. Precise ($249/mo, up to 2,000 orders) for high-volume stores needing zip code rules, shipping rates, pickup, and subscriptions. Pro ($599/mo, up to 4,000 orders) for Shopify Plus teams needing multi-zone, 3PL, and carrier integrations. All plans include a 7-day free trial. Higher volumes available on a custom plan — contact us.
Yes. Flare offers a 7-day free trial with full feature access. No credit card required to start. Test all delivery rules, integrations, and features before committing to a paid plan.
No—use the free trial to validate rules, placement, and integrations before choosing a paid plan.
All plans include the delivery date picker (product, cart, and cart drawer placement), blocked dates, cutoff times, mandatory date selection, order tagging, and email confirmation. Advanced adds checkout placement (Plus), product lead times, order limits by day, and earliest/latest date rules. Precise adds country and zip code rules, shipping rates by zone or date, store pickup, customer rescheduling, and subscription API integration. Pro adds multi-zone and multi-profile shipping rules, carrier integrations (FedEx, UPS), 3PL integrations (ShipStation), and priority onboarding. Custom plans available for 4,000+ orders/month.
Start with Organised ($39/mo) if you need basic delivery date control, blackout dates, and order tagging. Move to Advanced ($99/mo) if you need product lead times, cutoff rules by day, or the checkout date picker on Shopify Plus. Choose Precise ($249/mo) if you need zip code delivery rules, shipping rates by zone, pickup dates, or subscription integrations. Go Pro ($599/mo) if you're managing multiple warehouses, 3PL logistics, or carrier integrations like FedEx and UPS. Not sure? Book a call and we'll tell you exactly which plan fits your setup.
Yes. Change plans anytime based on your order volume. Upgrade when you grow, downgrade if volume decreases. Billing adjusts automatically with no penalties or fees for plan changes.
You'll be prompted to upgrade to the next plan tier. Your delivery calendar keeps working—no service interruption. Flare never blocks orders at checkout if you go over your limit temporarily.
Direct support from the team who built Flare via email, live chat, or video for setup, delivery logic, and performance advice.
Yes—customers can reschedule from the order confirmation or account page, reducing WISMO and cancellations.
Install in under 5 minutes. Most stores go live within an hour; onboarding helps with multi-zone, 3PL, or subscription setups.
Yes. Our team helps you migrate from Zapiet, Pickeasy, Stellar, or other delivery apps. We recreate your existing rules in Flare during onboarding so you can switch with no disruption to customers.
Yes. We offer hands-on setup support for complex scenarios like multi-warehouse routing, subscription delivery logic, 3PL integrations, or unusual shipping rules. Book a setup call during onboarding for personalized help.
Yes. Flare has comprehensive written documentation and video tutorials covering setup, delivery rules, integrations, and troubleshooting. Access our guides or use the in-app help center.
Still have questions?
Talk to the team who built Flare. We'll answer anything and help you get set up.